blues<\/a> fan, then you\u2019ve come to the right place.<\/p>\nOne of the most famous harmonica<\/a> players, John Popper of Blues Traveler, actually goes on stage wearing a vest full of harmonicas. That fact alone can tell you that they are many different options to consider when purchasing a harmonica. To save you the time and confusion, we\u2019ve rounded up ten best harmonicas and will fill you in on what you need to know.<\/p>\nThings to Consider When Buying a Harmonica<\/h2>\n\n- The Comb Is the Most Important Part of the Harmonica.<\/strong> The combcontains the air chambers that cover the reeds. There are three types of materials that are used when making a comb and will affect the sound of your harmonica:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\n- Wood.\u00a0<\/strong>Is the most natural sounding of all the materials and is favored by musician Bob Dylan. However, this type of harmonica is sensitive to water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\n- Metal.\u00a0<\/strong>Metal is a more expensive option for the harmonica. It is usually made of aluminum or stainless steel. This is a tough model and won\u2019t break down easily, but it is prone to corrosion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\n- Plastic.\u00a0<\/strong>This is the most popular form of the comb. It is easy to maintain and isn\u2019t hard on the lips. However, it can crack as time passes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n- Don’t Buy a Used Harmonica.<\/strong> Harmonicas are less expensive than most instruments, and people use their mouths to play the instrument and it\u2019s just not very hygienic with a used one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Top 10 Harmonicas Table<\/h2>\n